Skil 8201-CL Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser

We want to pass on our savings to our customers, so we've lowered the price of this item. However, since our price is now below the manufacturer's suggested retail price, we are restricted by the manufacturer from showing the price right away.

This is the only thing I ever won. It was a Skil contest on Facebook! It came in the mail on Friday, and I already have put it to use. I love the self-leveling feature, it is great! Easy to see laser, even in sunlight. I really like the locking feature, when you don't need or want the self-leveling feature. I wouldn't give it away and you would have to fight me to get it away from me. Worth twice the amount Skil/CPO is asking for it.

Bought this product to install kitchen cabinets. It is a tremendous investment, can't do without it. The accuracy, self-leveling, cross-line laser features really rocks. The case and tripod are unique accessories (included) that contributes to this value-plus product. This refurbished unit is just like new. Love it.

I have own this level for about a year, used it for hanging dry wall, putting up firring strips. Currently using it to grade dirt and setting forms for concrete. You will find more uses for this tool. Really nice when working by yourself.

...but the mounting stud that is part of the tripod was bent upon arrival. The CPO people would take no action to resolve the problem, but the folks at Skil kindly sent me a proper tripod. Skil gets five stars, CPO gets three, thus a four star rating.

This product worked great. I have done a few cabinet installations in the past and will never do another one without this product. What a time saver!! This laser is very accurate which is a must for granite counter top prep. I think this product is worth much more than I paid.

Excellent for lining up ceiling tile, walls, Pictures, molding and Kitchen Cabinets. Saved me a lot of time using it to set kitchen cabinets level as well as char rail. Works great for lining up new walls as well, set your start and end points on the floor and transfer them to the ceiling. I also use it for hanging and leveling long shelves. You can also use it to make sure new interior door casings are level, as well as windows and their height are the same on each wall. This is a real time saver all the way around, home or work I use it several times a week and wouldn't be caught without it. Works great for inside usage, bright clean and clear lines.

I am an avid DIY'er, and this last level makes my jobs go so much faster. My first project with the laser was a loft storage unit in my garage. I even double checked it with my level and it was spot on. Great buy for the price and I will be using it for everything around the house.

Looks new even though it's refurbished. Works properly. Pretty bright cross beam - easily bright enough. Easy to use. Overall I like it a lot - will be great for installing kitchen cabinets. Negatives - the tripod is very low - not high enough for many uses so I'll have to stand it on something. Also, the self leveling mechanism doesn't lock when the unit is off even though I think it should. Not a big deal for me as I will keep it at home but it seems fragile.

The best price we could find for a reliable and accurate cross laser. We set trim, cabinets and fixtures; being able to utilize a laser of this quality cuts set up time in half and gives us a verifiable state of quality. I recommend this product for every contractor's tool box.

The Skil laser level works as described. Sets up easily and the laser is visible in all but the brightest rooms. The Tripod head does not swivel, so the only way to align the plumb line is to rotate the entire tripod. A decent value for the price paid. Not a professional grade tool; good for occasional homeowner use only.

Needed the laser level for a full kitchen and bathroom remodel. The reconditioned unit did not function as advertised. The self leveling feature did not work and it required a lot of manipulation with shims, etc. to get the line straight on the wall. Not worth all the trouble and I ended up using a manual level. Had it worked it would have been a great tool. As it was, it helped me not at all.

I've previously used a very similar device successfully, and was very happy to find this one performed in a similar manner -- for about two minutes, and then it quit! The indicator light functioned, but no more laser! Very disappointing. I contacted the vendor, requesting a replacement, but they had no more in stock. They provided a return shipping label, no charge, I repackaged the order, and delivered it to a FedEx office. After they received the returned order, they credited my card. CPO handled everything in a very professional and appropriate manner, but I'm out my time and trouble, and still don't have the device I need at a price I liked. I'm disappointed, but am willing to give them a second chance.

The laser is good, the tripod isn't. I am glad that I have my own camera tripod that allows me to adjust the height of the laser a lot easier that the tripod that comes with this level. The level is very light and flimsy.

Overall the Skill Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser is what I was looking for at a reasonable price.

New Vs. Reconditioned

What's the difference between New and Factory-Reconditioned?

Factory-Reconditioned products have been returned to the manufacturer and are restored to like-new operating condition; they go through a rigorous testing and inspection process. Plus, they offer a significant savings vs. new.

Reconditioned products may have minor cosmetic blemishes or scratches that do not affect item performance.

Reconditioned products may not come with all of the consumables the new version comes with (bits, sanding pads/papers, cases, etc.).

Both come with a manufacturer warranty and are covered by our Money Back Guarantee; New is 30 days, Reconditioned is 60 days.

Warranty

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LIMITED WARRANTY OF SKIL CONSUMER PORTABLE POWER TOOLS FOR HOME USE ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CORPORATION ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all Skil consumer portable power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase.

SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any SKIL Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized SKIL Power Tool Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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